Assistive living is a great option if you are caring for someone who requires more assistance than your family and friends can offer. It can provide peace of mind to both you and your loved one, so that you can enjoy your free time without worrying about their well-being all day and night.

Peace of Mind

It`s common for family caregivers to feel overwhelmed by the tasks of caring for an aging loved one. Fortunately, residential assisted living offers a balance between independence and caregiving that can relieve the stress often felt by family members.

This allows many to live a happier life, with more time for family, friends, and hobbies. This can make a big difference in their happiness and well-being.

Seniors can also benefit from assisted living, which is a great way to keep their mental and physical health in check. The right facility will offer a range of activities to keep residents active, healthy and happy.

Social Interaction

For anyone, even those in their 80s, social interaction is essential. Studies show that older adults who are active and socially connected enjoy better physical and emotional health.

However, aging adults can find it difficult to meet new people when living in assisted living facilities. This can cause isolation and loneliness that can adversely impact their quality life.

LTC professionals must be aware of the importance of positive peer interaction and encourage residents to seek relationships. They should be able to assess residents` levels of social support, including their perception of the quality of those relationships, as part of regular care assessments and follow-up informally.

Health Care

Assisted living communities provide a variety of amenities and healthcare services. Most provide a mix of personal care, housekeeping, and meal services, along with assistance with daily activities and social engagement.

A majority of the residents in assisted living communities live independently, unlike skilled nursing facilities and nursing homes. They need help with medication management, bathing, dressing, and other tasks.

For some time, the healthcare industry, the aging industry, and the elderly population have struggled to find a way to integrate medical care in a residential setting. The recent National Assisted Living Summits were a great opportunity to discuss this issue with leaders and experts in the field, and to come up with some practical solutions.

Transport

Whether it`s to the pharmacy, grocery store or doctor`s office, transportation is one of the most important services that come with assisted living. It`s often included in the initial cost of assisted living, or available for a fee.

Many communities offer transportation to medical appointments or other regular errands. Residents can also hire private cars for their individual trips. Other community-based services include church or volunteer ride programs.

Senior citizens with reduced mobility or disabilities may find public transportation difficult. Some cities and towns offer a complimentary paratransit service, which provides basic transportation for older citizens who require additional assistance.

Maintenance

Senior living communities need to maintain their residents. While it can be a fulfilling and enjoyable job, it is also challenging and requires leadership and organizational skills.

As a senior housing maintenance director, you`ll have the opportunity to interact with residents and their families as you work to keep the community running smoothly. It`s a great way for you to learn more about the lives of residents and build lasting relationships.

Facility managers can reduce safety risks by setting up preventive maintenance tasks that are scheduled with automatic reminders. Routine air filter replacements can help prevent major respiratory issues that can cause serious illness or even death for seniors.